The holiday events here provide a chance to experience the season in a unique way.
Ride aboard the Polar Express, or see unique interpretations on the classic ornament at Grovewood Gallery. Attend a traditional holiday parade, or get unique finds at an annual craft artists' sale.
List of Holiday Events
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4th of July Powwow
On the first full weekend in July our special brand of fireworks happen as a three-day explosion of authentic Indian dancing, drumming and tribal regalia. Dance competitions kick the excitement up even higher.
Event date(s):
Jul 02, 2009 to Jul 04, 2009
Cherokee July Powwow
On the first full weekend in July our special brand of fireworks happen as a three-day explosion of authentic Indian dancing, drumming and tribal regalia. Dance competitions kick the excitement up even higher.
Event date(s):
Jul 03, 2009 to Jul 05, 2009
MPAC’s 4th of July Block Party in Weaverville
Weaverville’s 15 year old celebration
Event date(s):
Jul 04, 2009 at 10:00 AM
Christmas at Biltmore
Holidays arrive at America's largest home® in style. More than a century ago, George Vanderbilt chose this magical season as the time to unveil his new home to family and friends. On Christmas Eve 1895, he opened Biltmore House's doors for a regal yuletide celebration. This year's Christmas at Biltmore promises another beautiful celebration, complete with more than 40 Christmas trees, miles of ribbon, garland, lights and holiday music. Visit www.biltmore.com for details.
Event date(s):
Nov 06, 2009 to Jan 02, 2010
Candlelight Christmas Evenings
As daylight fades into dusk, candlelight and firelight accent Biltmore House's extravagant holiday décor, accented by live entertainment and outside illuminations. Biltmore House glows with holiday spirit, appearing much as it would have at the turn of the 19th century. Candlelight Christmas Evenings tickets are available by reservation only, and include an evening self-guided candlelight tour of Biltmore House, next-day visit to the gardens and Biltmore Estate Winery. Advance reservations are required. Visit www.biltmore.com for details.
Event date(s):
Nov 06, 2009 to Jan 02, 2010
Legendary Gingerbread Tour 2009
A progressive tour open to the public with transportation provided by Gray Line Tolley. Four Asheville Legendary Inns (Albemarle, Abbington Green, Cumberland Falls and the Inn on Montford) will display artisan-designed gingerbread houses representing scenes from "Twas the Night Before Christmas." Tours are available on Saturday only beginning November 7th and ending on Saturday, January 2, 2010. The first tour will begin at 5:00 and take approximately 21/2 hours.The cost is $30.00 per person with transportation included.
Event date(s):
Nov 07, 2009 to Jan 02, 2010
Christmas Concert
Come hear music for the Holiday Season performed by stars of the Asheville Lyric Opera and some of western North Carolina's finest musicians.
Event date(s):
Nov 20, 2009 at 07:30 PM
63rd Asheville Holiday Parade
This year's Parade theme is "Our Appalachian Holidays" with singer/songwriters/storytellers David Holt and Laura Boosinger as co-Grand Marshals. The Express Personnel Clydesdale horses will headlining the Parade this year as well. Previous Parades have had 100 entries and lots to do with the family afterwards. Parade produced by the Asheville Downtown Association and Co-sponsored by The City of Asheville and the Asheville Merchants Corporation.
Event date(s):
Nov 21, 2009 at 11:00 AM
Thanksgiving at the Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa
Our Thanksgiving Celebration is a show-stopper, including an elegant and lavish buffet filled with all of your family’s favorites. Other weekend highlights include the National Gingerbread House Competition display, live music throughout the resort, football games and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, holiday portraits, history tours and a tree-lighting ceremony. Bring your family and friends and enjoy a truly classic holiday weekend at The Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa
Event date(s):
Nov 23, 2009 to Nov 29, 2009
Guild Artists' Holiday Sale at the Folk Art Center
Members of the Southern Highland Craft Guild are on hand to sell their discontinued styles, seconds and overstocks, 10-50% off retail prices-all just in time for holiday shopping.
Event date(s):
Dec 05, 2009 at 10:00 AM
Guild Artists' Holiday Sale at the Folk Art Center
Members of the Southern Highland Craft Guild are on hand to sell their discontinued styles, seconds and overruns at 10-50% off retail prices just in time for holiday shopping.
Event date(s):
Dec 12, 2009 at 10:00 AM
A Grove Park Inn Christmas
Christmas buffets, live holiday music, festive decorations, the National Gingerbread House Competition display and our historic ambiance (think roaring fires and carols) combine to make a wonderful family Christmas. Activities include visits from Major Bear and Santa Claus, history tours, a scavenger hunt, caroling around the fireplace, a yule log lighting ceremony and much more!
Event date(s):
Dec 23, 2009 to Dec 27, 2009